Archive for March 2023
Senate Passes Young’s Bipartisan Bill To Support Hoosier First Responders
Yesterday, bipartisan legislation sponsored by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) to help police, fire, emergency medical and 911 personnel cope with the stresses of responding to crisis situations passed the Senate unanimously. The Fighting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Act of 2023 is bipartisan legislation that would establish mental health programs for…
Read MoreSen. Braun, Rep. Baird Demand Answers From EPA On Decision To Send Hazardous Materials To Indiana, Halt Shipment To Michigan
Indiana Sen. Mike Braun and Congressman Jim Baird sent a letter to EPA Administrator Michael Regan demanding answers on why a shipment of hazardous materials from the East Palestine train derailment was halted on its way to an EPA-approved facility in Michigan, and why Indiana was instead chosen. On Feb. 24, the EPA started shipping…
Read MoreIndiana National Guard, 38th ID Announce General Officer Selection
The Indiana National Guard and 38th Infantry Division announced a general officer selection yesterday. Col. Joseph E. Gardner II, most recently the Kentucky National Guard’s chief of the joint staff, has been selected to become the 38th Infantry Division’s deputy commanding general for sustainment. “I am grateful for the opportunity, honored to serve the soldiers…
Read MoreCarmel Clay Parks & Recreation Suspends Plans For East Side Dog Park
Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation (CCPR) will stop current planning efforts for a dog park on the east side of Carmel at River Road and Main Street on Carmel Clay School (CCS) property. “We have informed Carmel Clay Schools about this decision and appreciate the opportunity for continued partnerships with CCS to collaborate for the…
Read MoreAmerican Pickers To Film In Indiana
The American Pickers are excited to return to Indiana! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in April 2023. AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on The History Channel. The hit show follows skilled pickers in the business, as…
Read MoreSmile
What makes Larry Montag smile? “My grandchildren, I have seven grandkids,” said the 70-year-old Westfield resident, who was found working the box office in 2019 for a Carmel Community Players’ production in Noblesville. Today’s feature is a look back at one of The Times’ previous Faces of Hamilton County. He is treasurer of CCP and…
Read MoreCome On All You Seniors, Get Happy And Healthy!
By John Grimaldi If you are a senior living in Massachusetts, Colorado or New Jersey you are likely to be physically active or, at least, searching the internet for fitness advice. New research by the online consumer price-tracking website, Pricelisto, has identified the citizens of those three states as having the highest average monthly search…
Read MoreBBB Tip: Meta’s New Subscription Service – Here’s What You Need To Know
On Sunday, Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg announced the company is introducing Meta Verified, a paid “blue verification badge” for Facebook and Instagram that will be available later this week. According to the news release, the monthly subscription service includes a verification badge, protection against impersonating accounts, increased visibility, priority customer service and other exclusive features. Previously,…
Read MoreAsk Rusty – What’s the Best Way to Start Receiving My Survivor Benefit?
Dear Rusty: When one becomes a widow/widower, what is the most efficient way to start receiving the deceased’s monthly Social Security. Signed: Still Grieving Dear Still Grieving: There is really only one way to start receiving surviving spouse benefits – you must contact Social Security directly to apply. You can call 1.800.772.1213 or call your…
Read MoreMiller-Palooza Party To Benefit Our Schools
Miller-Palooza will be the party not to miss. That’s what I’m told. And you don’t even have to break out the formalwear. In fact, guests to next Friday’s benefit for Noblesville Schools Education Foundation (NSEF) are encouraged to wear their casual Miller spirit wear. “We are hoping to see throwback letter jackets, vintage Ts and…
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